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Hell Trip

Hell Trip

Representation Score

3.2/10

Limited

2018

Director

Patrick Garcia

Runtime

86 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

Hell Trip is a conventional survival-horror film that emphasizes visceral tension and genre mechanics over social commentary. The plot revolves around a group of tourists facing a deadly threat in an abandoned South African lodge, focusing on typical survival roles. The narrative structure relies on standard genre clichés, which often default to Western perspectives and traditional gender roles. The film does not attempt to challenge historical norms or social hierarchies.

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Category Breakdown

Does Hell Trip have LGBTQ+ representation?

Limited

The film does not include any characters who identify as LGBTQ+ or have non-cisgender identities. The cast is made up of typical survival roles.

How does Hell Trip portray gender?

Fair

Women are part of the cast, but the story does not challenge traditional gender roles. The roles may follow typical protector or victim roles.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Hell Trip?

Fair

Set in South Africa, the film focuses on a group of tourists. The cast suggests a focus on Western perspectives rather than reflecting local ethnic diversity.

How does Hell Trip represent religion and culture?

Limited

The story follows survival-horror conventions without engaging with secularism or the breakdown of traditional social structures.

Does Hell Trip include disability representation?

Minimal

There is no evidence of characters with visible or invisible disabilities in the film.

Present on Screen

  • The film features a diverse international cast including performers like Michelle Van Der Nest and Jade Hubner.

Limited or Absent

  • The narrative lacks depth in exploring complex identities or non-cisgender characters.
  • The setting in South Africa could better reflect local racial and ethnic diversity.
  • The film relies on traditional gender roles rather than providing characters with diverse roles.

Official Synopsis

A group of young tourists arrive at an abandoned lodge in Africa that holds an ominous and deadly secret.

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